Toro 07142, Operator'S Manual, Page: 4 / 16

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Preparing the Machine
No Parts Required
Procedure
1. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove the key.
2. Raise the bed until the bed prop rod is fully engaged; refer to the Operator’s Manual for the machine.
3. Remove the seat base.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable; refer to your Operator’s Manual .
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Removing the Strut Assembly
For 2018 and Before Machines Only
No Parts Required
Procedure
1. Remove the front wheel.
2. Remove the hex-head bolt (3/8 x 4-3/4 inches) and flange nut (3/8 inch) from the spindle ( Figure 1 ).
3. Remove the hex-head bolt (3/8 x 3-1/2 inches) and flange nut (3/8 inch) from the control arm ( Figure 1 ).
4. Remove the hex-head bolt (1/2 x 2-1/4 inches) and locknut (1/2 inch) securing the strut assembly to
the upper frame (
Figure 1 ).
5. Remove the strut assembly ( Figure 1 ).
Note:
Repeat this procedure for the other side of the machine.
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